Looking after your sexual health
If you would like to talk to someone about a sexual health issue, you can call the national sexual health helpline free on 0300 123 7123.
Your call will be treated with sensitivity and in strict confidence. The Sexual Health Helpline is open from 9am to 8pm, Monday to Friday.
STI symptoms that need checking
Many people with sexually transmitted infections (STIs) do not get symptoms, so it's worth getting tested even if you feel fine. If you think you have an STI, the earlier you're tested, the sooner treatment can be given if it's needed.
An STI can be passed from one person to another through sexual contact, including vaginal, anal and oral sex. STIs can pass between men and women, and from women to women and men to men.
If you would like information on sexual health, reproductive health and HIV services near you, see the sexual health information on the NHS website.
Where can I get tested for STIs?
You can get tested at:
- a sexual health clinic - find a sexual health clinic
- some community contraceptive clinics - find contraceptive services
- some sexual health services - call the national sexual health line on 0300 123 7123
- some GP surgeries
Some pharmacies can also test for chlamydia.
